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Chrysanthemums: More Than Just Festival Flowers

**This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Volunteer Master Gardener**Every October, Eastern North Carolina bursts into color with mums—those cheerful domes of yellow,…

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The Secret Life of Acorns: Oaks, Wildlife, and the Science of Mast Years

**This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Volunteer Master Gardener**Walk through any North Carolina yard, park, or woodland, and you are bound to hear the crunch of acorns…

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Digging Into Healthy Gardens: The Importance of Soil Testing in North Carolina

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer of Beaufort County ***For gardeners, farmers, and homeowners across North Carolina, the secret to thriving…

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Compost 101: Turning Fall Leaves Into Garden Gold

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Volunteer Master Gardener***As fall arrives and the leaves begin to drop, many gardeners instinctively reach for the rake or leaf…

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Planting Now for Spring Blooms: Fall Bulbs in Eastern NC

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Volunteer Master Gardener***As the dog days of summer give way to the gentler days of early fall, it’s time for Eastern North…

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Trees and Shrubs: Why Fall Is the Best Time to Plant

***This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Volunteer Master Gardener***When gardeners think of planting season, spring usually comes to mind. But here in Eastern North…

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Pollinator Plants to Add Now for Next Year’s Habitat

***This article written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener Volunteer***As we move into the quieter pace of fall, it’s the perfect time to think ahead—not just to spring blooms, but to…

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Lawn Love in the Fall: Renovation and Reseeding Tips

** This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer **If your lawn looks more like a patchwork quilt than a lush carpet of green, you’re not alone.…

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Can I Still Plant Veggies? Yes! Your Late Summer Garden Plan

** This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Extension Master Gardener℠ Volunteer of Beaufort County **As summer begins to wind down and September approaches, many gardeners in Eastern North…

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Tough Beauties: Perennials That Can Take the Heat (And a Sea Breeze Too)

** This article was written by Angela Mason Foster, Beaufort County Extension Master Gardener Volunteer **Last week while working the Master Gardener Greenline, I received a call from a gentleman in…